Bringing Up Bébé
by Pamela Druckerman
An American journalist in Paris observes that French children sleep through the night, eat what adults eat and play alone while parents talk, and investigates why: 'the pause' before responding to night waking, a firm 'cadre' with freedom inside it, patience as a taught skill, and parents who keep their own lives. It is funny, anecdotal and useful.
Read it if…
you want a lighter, more adult-centered parenting culture and some tactics from one.
Skip it if…
you want research; it is observation and charm.
Three things you will actually use
- Children can learn to wait; teach it.
- A firm frame with freedom inside.
- Parents are people too; keep your life.
Do this first
Practice 'the pause': wait a few minutes before responding to a baby's night noises.
Our verdict
Charming and surprisingly practical.
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